Fragrant Sweet Box
A beautiful shrub for shady areas! White spring flowers are small, but very fragrant. Blooms are followed by bright red ornamental fruit. Forms natural espalier against a wall. An outstanding choice for dry shade gardens where other plants won't grow! Evergreen.
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Hardiness Zone | 7-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer |
| Height | 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spread | 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spacing | 3 ft - 5 ft |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Hedges and Screens |
Image © Monrovia
Image © Monrovia
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Sweet Box, Fragrant
Fragrant Sweet Box
A beautiful shrub for shady areas! White spring flowers are small, but very fragrant. Blooms are followed by bright red ornamental fruit. Forms natural espalier against a wall. An outstanding choice for dry shade gardens where other plants won't grow! Evergreen. |
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